PITTSBURGH CARMALT K-8

Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsburgh SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 550 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8, located in the Brookline neighborhood of Pittsburgh, is a comprehensive public school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the development of the "whole child." The school is known for its commitment to preparing students for high school success by fostering a strong foundation in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, while also incorporating various extracurricular opportunities to engage students beyond the standard curriculum.

The school prides itself on maintaining a close-knit community atmosphere where staff, students, and families work collaboratively to support student growth. Pittsburgh Carmalt focuses on fostering a culture of high expectations and inclusivity, aiming to equip its diverse student body with the critical thinking skills and social-emotional tools necessary for long-term success. By offering a continuous educational experience from the early elementary years through middle school, the institution provides a stable environment that allows for consistent academic monitoring and personalized support throughout a child's formative years.

For more information, contact Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 at (412) 529-7760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1550 Breining St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226-1940
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PITTSBURGH CARMALT K-8 is a public Title I school in Pittsburgh, PA with about 550 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Pittsburgh SD
Total Students:
550
Teachers:
38.54
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 550 students

White
43.3%
Black or African American
41.8%
Two or more races
11.3%
Asian
2.0%
Hispanic/Latino
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.